USER MANUAL
ITEM NO.: 0842
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Thank you for purchasing MiP™ Arcade by WowWee™!
Meet MiP™ Arcade: the evolution of WowWee’s award-winning robot that brings the game room
to your home. Play, unlock and level up with screenless play OR a suite of 20+ app-enabled
games. With brain train games, test your mind, memory and reexes. With multi-player games,
challenge friends and family to see who can beat the high score. This self-balancing sidekick
is a robot buddy you can bond with, packed with personality and lled with top-tier tech like
Bluetooth and GestureSense™ technology.
Take a few minutes to look through this user manual and get MiP™ Arcade working.
NOTE: When using MiP™ Arcade, adult supervision is required, especially when
changing the batteries.
Please note the following when operating MiP™ Arcade:
• Do not immerse MiP™ Arcade or any parts in water or any other form of liquid.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick MiP™ Arcade as this may damage mechanical functions.
• Do not allow the robot to roam freely or leave unattended near edges from
which MiP™ Arcade could fall.
Tray
Basketballs
Basketball hoop
1x MiP™ Arcade
INTRODUCTION
• 3x Basketball hoop parts
• 1x Instruction Manual
• 1x Quick Start Guide
• 1x Padded sticker sheet (for tray)
• 3x Basketballs
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BATTERY INFORMATION
Installing or changing batteries in MiP™ Arcade:
1. To change the batteries, carefully lay MiP™ Arcade on its front. Do not place MiP™ Arcade
where it could easily fall. MiP™ Arcade requires 4 x “AA” size alkaline batteries (included).
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver (not included) remove the screws on the battery compartment
cover.
3. Insert the batteries according to the diagram. Ensure that the positive and negative polarities
match the illustrations inside the battery compartment.
4. Replace the battery compartment cover and tighten screws using the screwdriver. Do not
over-tighten.
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and
recommended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries
[standard (Carbon-Zinc), Alkaline or rechargeable] or
rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before
recharging them.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision.
• Please respect the correct polarity, (+) and (-).
• Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Do not dispose of batteries into re.
• Replace all batteries of the same type/brand at the
same time.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Remove batteries if the toy is not going to be played with for
some time.
• Batteries should be replaced by adults.
• Batteries should be recycled or disposed of as per state and
local guidelines.
• Protect the environment by not disposing of this product with
household waste. Check your local authority for recycling
advice and facilities.
LOW BATTERY INDICATORS:
When the batteries grow weak, MiP™ Arcade will move very slowly and easily fall down while
moving or turning. When this occurs, power OFF and replace all batteries.
NOTE: You will know when MiP™ Arcade’s batteries are nearly depleted because it will make
a low battery indication sound and then power off. You can also see current battery levels via
the MiP™ Arcade App.
MiP™ Arcade Battery Diagram/
Installation
Poseable
Arms
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MiP
™
ARCADE OVERVIEW
FRONT
Microphone
LED eyes
LED Mood
Indicator
Infrared Sensor
Infrared
Transmitters
Wheels
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Battery
Compartment
Power Switch
Touch Sensor
Speaker
MiP
™
ARCADE OVERVIEW
BACk
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Powering on Your MiP™ Arcade
Locate the power switch on the back of MiP™ Arcade, toggle the
switch to the ON position. MiP™ Arcade will make a sound soon as
it is powered on.
Chest Light Indicator
Red - Low battery
Green - Connected to App
Blue - Default
Orange - Basketball Mode
Yellow - Tray Mode
GETTING STARTED
How to Play with your MiP™ Arcade
**Balancing MiP™ Arcade**
Find a at surface and place MiP™ Arcade’s wheels on it. Without letting go, MiP™ Arcade will
detect the surface and initiate self balance. You can let go of MiP™ Arcade as soon as you feel
MiP™ Arcade has gained traction of the surface.
**Default Mode**
MiP™ Arcade loves to play. Pick him up, shake him, tap his head, double clap your hands to
trigger a bunch of fun reactions.
**Gesture Control**
Control MiP™ Arcade with hand gestures.
Note: You can only use hand gestures to guide MiP™ Arcade in non-app modes. Ensure gestures
are close to MiP™ Arcade’s chest for him to detect.
Off - On
To make MiP™ Arcade
turn left
To make MiP™ Arcade
turn right
Swipe Left Swipe Right
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**Dance Mode**
Double tap MiP™ Arcade’s head to watch MiP™ Arcade perform a dance!
**Record Mode**
When MiP™ Arcade isn’t balancing, tap MiP™ Arcade’s head twice to trigger record mode. An audio
signal will let you know when to begin recording (record up to 3 seconds of audio). On successful
recording, you will hear your recording repeated to you.
Turn MiP™ Arcade’s wheels to manipulate the playback and dance speed (while MiP™ Arcade still isn’t
balancing) OR Shake MiP to erase your recording.
Place MiP™ Arcade on the oor and tap head twice to watch MiP™ Arcade dance to your recording.
**Basketball Mode**
Insert basketball hoop into MiP™ Arcade’s chest, MiP™ Arcade’s chest LED will turn orange to indicate
Basketball Mode is active.
Shoot basketballs through the hoop to score. Level up by scoring 5 baskets within 30 seconds. MiP™
Arcade will celebrate and increase level of difculty. You will lose by failing to score 5 baskets within
30 seconds.There are a total of 3 levels. See table below for more info:
Level 1 (easy) - MiP™ Arcade will stand still
Level 2 (novice) - MiP™ Arcade will turn side to side slowly
Level 3 (expert) - MiP™ Arcade will turn side to side quickly
Keep scoring and the game will never end!
To exit Basketball Mode, simply detach hoop from MiP™ Arcade.
MODES
MiP
™
ARCADE
How to Assemble the Basketball Hoop
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
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**Tray Mode**
Insert tray into MiP™ Arcade’s waist. MiP™ Arcade’s
chest LED will turn yellow to indicate Tray Mode is active.
Balance items on MiP™ Arcade’s tray and he will give
you a reaction, the more you stack the more animated
he gets.
When MiP™ Arcade gets bored and you’ve put too many
things on his tray, he will try his best to shake things up!
To exit Tray Mode, carefully detach the tray from MiP™ Arcade.
NOTE:
Do not place open liquid containers on the tray. Do not place anything too heavy on the tray.
**Free Roam Mode**
When MiP™ Arcade is balancing and has been left alone for more than 1 minute, MiP™ Arcade
will go into Free Roam Mode.
In Free Roam Mode, MiP™ Arcade will explore the immediate area and turn to avoid obstacles.
MiP™ Arcade will continue to be in Free Roam Mode for up to 1 minute before going back to
idle mode.
Double clap to activate Free Roam Mode manually.
**Sleep Mode**
When left idle for more than 5 minutes. MiP™ Arcade will go into sleep mode.
MODES
MiP
™
ARCADE
Sticker Placement Diagram
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MODES
APP FuNCTIONALITY
APP FuNCTIONALITY
Apple
®
iOS and Android™ devices:
Download the MiP™ Arcade App.
MiP™ Arcade is equipped with BLE (Bluetooth
®
Low Energy) connectivity and can interact
wirelessly with your smart device.
Please go to www.wowwee.com/devices for the list of devices that we support.
Connecting MiP™ Arcade to your device
1. Turn ON MiP™ Arcade.
2. Launch MiP™ Arcade app on your smart device
3. Select MiP™ Arcade and press connect
Note: Please ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device to discover MiP™ Arcade.
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**Having issues with MiP™ Arcade?**
Q. The app is telling me to update MiP™ Arcade’s rmware, what should I do?
A. Follow the onscreen instructions, it is important to ensure your MiP™ Arcade has
relatively new batteries and not to turn off MiP™ Arcade during the update.
Q. What is MiP™ Arcade’s Bluetooth range?
A. MiP™ Arcade has a Bluetooth range of up to 10 meters.
Q. Is MiP™ Arcade waterproof?
A. MiP™ Arcade is not waterproof.
Q. MiP™ Arcade’s chest light is ashing red, what does this mean?
A. MiP™ Arcade is running low on battery.
If you are still experiencing difculties with MiP™ Arcade, please see FAQ section in the app or
visit support.wowwee.com for further support.
Q & A
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WowWee™ 90-Day Limited Warranty
WowWee’s warranty obligations for MiP™ Arcade (this “Product”) are limited to the terms set forth below.
WowWee Group Limited (“WowWee”) warrants to the original end-user purchaser that this Product will be free from defects in materials
and workmanship under normal use for a period of 90 days from the date of retail purchase (the “Warranty Period”). This warranty is
extended only to the original end-user purchaser of a new product that was not sold “as is”.
If a defect arises:
(1) you may within 30 days from the date of retail purchase (or such other period specied by the return policies of the place of purchase)
return this Product to the place of purchase, together with the original proof of purchase and either the original box or the UPC code label
from the box, and this Product will be replaced or, in the event that a replacement for this Product is not available at the place of purchase,
either a refund of the purchase price for this Product or a store credit of equivalent retail value will be provided; or
(2) you may after the day that is 30 days from the date of retail purchase (or such other period specied by the return policies of the
place of purchase) and within the Warranty Period contact WowWee Customer Support to arrange for the replacement of this Product.
In the event that a replacement for this Product is not available this Product will be replaced by WowWee with a product of equivalent
or greater retail value.
Notwithstanding the foregoing terms of this warranty, WowWee reserves the right at all times, at its sole option and discretion, to refund
to you the purchase price paid by you for this Product in full and nal settlement of WowWee’s obligations under this warranty.
A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of retail purchase and purchase price is required in order to claim the benet of this
warranty.
If this Product is replaced, the replacement product becomes your property and the replaced Product becomes WowWee’s property. If the
place of purchase refunds the purchase price of this Product or issues a store credit of equivalent retail value, this Product must be returned
to the place of purchase and becomes WowWee’s property. If WowWee refunds the purchase price of this Product, this Product must be
returned to WowWee and becomes WowWee’s property.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This warranty covers the normal and intended use of this Product. This warranty does not apply: (a) to damage caused by accident, abuse,
unreasonable use, improper handling and care or other external causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship; (b) to
damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not an authorized representative of WowWee; (c) to any hardware, software
or other add-on components installed by the end-user; (d) if this Product has been disassembled or modied in any way; (e) to cosmetic
damage, including but not limited to scratches, dents or broken plastic, or normal wear and tear.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE. WOWWEE’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCT DEFECTS IS LIMITED TO THE REPLACEMENT OF THIS PRODUCT OR THE REFUND
OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THIS PRODUCT. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN TIME
TO THE TERM OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE EXPIRATION
OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD. If any term of this warranty is held to be illegal or unenforceable, the legality or enforceability of
the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WOWWEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR
DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES HOWSOEVER CAUSED RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY
OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE. THE FOREGOING
LIMITATION SHALL NOT APPLY TO DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS, OR ANY STATUTORY LIABILITY FOR INTENTIONAL AND
GROSS NEGLIGENT ACTS AND/OR OMISSIONS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THESE LIMITATIONS
MIGHT NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Valid only in U.S.A.”
WARRANTY
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CAUTION
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular Installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help
This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that
comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s
licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
For these purposes, the party responsible is:
WowWee USA Inc.
875 Prospect Street
Suite 204A La Jolla, CA 92037
1-800-310-3033
Frequency band(s) : 2.402 – 2.480 GHz
Maximum radio frequency power transmitted : -4.09 dBm
WowWee Group Limited declares that the product [MiP™ Arcade]
is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the
following internet address:
http://www.wowwee.com/EUdeclaration.html
WARNING! This equipment may experience difculty and/or memory loss when subjected to any electrostatic discharge, radio
frequency interference, or sudden power surge/interruption. The user is encouraged to reset the equipment should any
of these occur.
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